US Business
Chinese EV Maker BYD Exploring Mexico Factory as Entry to U.S. Market
The Tesla competitor is expanding rapidly in Europe and Southeast Asia; now it is looking at a new export base south of the U.S. border.
Month: February 2024
US Business
Nike to Cut Over 1,600 Jobs
The layoffs are part of the sneaker giant’s plan to shed $2 billion in costs over the next three years.
US Business
The Insatiable Ambition of LeBron James
The basketball legend is building a business that includes movies and TV, podcasts and grooming products. It’s all part of his new model for how stars can cash in on their fame.
US Business
How to Keep People From Dozing Off During Online Meetings
Research shows that participants are much less engaged in virtual meetings than when gathering in-person. There are ways around that.
US Business
When Job Candidates Lie—and How Recruiters Bust Them
Two jobs at once? Four different résumés? Headhunters share their stories of workers who tried, and failed, to fool people.
Entertainment
Connect2Culture Presents American Patchwork Quartet on February 17
Experience beloved songs reimagined as the award-winning members of American Patchwork Quartet explore the beautiful patchwork of American culture with Connect2Culture (C2C) on Saturday, February 17, 2024! American Patchwork Quartet Saturday, February 17, 2024 | 7:00 […]
Nonprofit
One Joplin Seeking Input on Transportation Survey
Transportation impacts every facet of daily life, going to the doctor’s office, picking up groceries, or going to work. For many in the Joplin region, transportation options are limited and closure of the Joplin Trolley […]
US Business
Lyft Shares Surge as Strong Earnings Report Offsets Typo Confusion
Shares had risen more than 60% in off-hours trading after the company’s release accidentally added an extra zero to a key number.
US Business
Self-Driving Car Company Waymo Issues First-Ever Recall After Two Phoenix Crashes
The Alphabet-owned company said it needed to fix its software after two of its cars hit a pickup truck being towed.
Banking & Finance
Southwest Missouri Bank to Host Estate and Succession Planning Lunch-N-Learn on February 29
Do you have questions about estate and succession planning for your family, farm, or business? Join Southwest Missouri Bank (SMB) for a lunch-n-learn on Thursday, February 29 as SMB Trust Attorney Cathryn Siebert-McNary jumps into […]